New 2025 APT Requirements Make In-Person Training Essential — Core Wellness is Leading the Way
<div class="post_content"><p><strong id="docs-internal-guid-01949ffa-7fff-a3cf-5481-767b888b3c19">New 2025 APT Requirements Make In-Person Training Essential — Core Wellness is Leading the Way</strong></p><p dir="ltr">If you’re working toward your Registered Play Therapist™ (RPT) credential, take note: <strong>Effective April 1, 2025,</strong> the Association for Play Therapy (APT) now requires that <strong>at least 75 of your 150 required play therapy training hours must be completed through in-person (contact) instruction.</strong> The remaining 75 hours may be completed through either contact or non-contact methods. Importantly, <strong>all webinars, including live webinars, are considered non-contact hours</strong> under the new guidelines.</p><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.a4pt.org/resource/resmgr/credentials/standards_&_applications/rpt_standards.pdf">See APT’s official standards here</a>.</p><p dir="ltr"> </p><p dir="ltr">So what does this mean for you? If you’re serious about becoming an RPT or maintaining your credential, it’s essential that you <strong>secure legitimate, in-person contact training hours —</strong> and that’s where <strong>Core Wellness</strong>comes in.</p><p dir="ltr"> </p><p> </p><p dir="ltr"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb"><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeOmFSSxCfauswuC_t5_Lr23o0J8rLU6NeG7EWm_vVScnwmJAkNlkcyAVKu7wbXd_CsnSHp_10rVoXZC5jYba1aqu6mwlnyITifCk9-n24O58Exy25Ik4dqfcEJ2qOl2tnB8siB7OkDy78F_YDedWc?key=oHVe8_raKQqVcNnT9A3PJWgw"></strong></p><h4 dir="ltr"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb">Core Wellness: The Premier Source for In-Person APT Contact Hours</strong></h4><p dir="ltr"> </p><p dir="ltr">At Core Wellness, we know that great learning happens face-to-face. That’s why we’re proud to offer brand new <strong>high-quality, in-person play therapy trainings that are fully APT-approved for contact credit.</strong> We will be adding new in person courses each month to keep up with demand. Whether you’re just starting your journey or working on completing your RPT application, our <strong>live events are designed to meet the new standards — and exceed your expectations.</strong></p><p> </p><p dir="ltr">If you can’t make it live, you can attend via Zoom webinar or via on-demand (both offered with APT non-contact credits). Please fill out this form <a href="https://forms.gle/W17pMBRe4cBZ4VML7">HERE</a> to let us know topics and locations where you need in person courses as we expand our offerings. </p><h4 dir="ltr"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb">Upcoming In-Person Trainings:</strong></h4><ul><li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb"><a href="https://corewellceu.com/event/live-defuse-anger-play-therapy-in-person-11">Defuse Anger: Play Therapy Interventions for Emotional Regulation</a></strong><br><strong>Date:</strong> July 14, 2025 @ 9:30 AM EST (in person)<br>Learn how to help children defuse emotional intensity using evidence-based play therapy strategies.</p></li><li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb"><a href="https://corewellceu.com/event/live-trauma-informed-play-webinar2">Trauma-Informed Play Therapy Interventions</a></strong><br><strong>Date:</strong> July 25, 2025 @ 9:30 AM EST (in person)<br>Ground your play therapy work in trauma-sensitive practices that support healing and resilience.</p></li><li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="http://%20trauma-informed%20play%20therapy%20interventions%20date%20July%2010,%202025%20(in%20person)%20Ground%20your%20play%20therapy%20work%20in%20trauma-sensitive%20practices%20that%20support%20healing%20and%20resilience." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Monsters, Killer Bees & Vacuums: Play Therapy Anxiety Alleviation - Live In-Person</a></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">August 11, 2025 @ 9:30 AM EST (in person)</p><p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Learn how to help kids deal with anxiety via engaging and proven play therapy techniques</p><p dir="ltr"> </p><p dir="ltr">These trainings are hosted in convenient, accessible locations and led by passionate, experienced play therapy professionals who understand how to make the learning come alive.</p><h4 dir="ltr"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb">Why Choose Core Wellness?</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>APT-Approved:</strong> ll in-person play trainings are approved for contact hours that fulfill the new 2025 APT requirement.</li><li><strong>Live and Engaging:</strong> Our workshops are not just lectures — they’re immersive, practical, and hands-on.</li><li><strong>Led by Experts:</strong> Learn directly from Registered Play Therapists, trauma specialists, and clinicians with years of experience.</li><li><strong>Community and Networking:</strong> Meet other passionate therapists, exchange ideas, and build your professional network.</li><li><strong>Continued Support:</strong> Our team is here to help guide you through your training journey with clarity and care.</li></ul><h4 dir="ltr"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-ad71b225-7fff-c0c8-2ddf-e99e034daddb">Don’t Wait — Reserve Your Contact Hours Now</strong></h4><p dir="ltr">With the new APT standards going into effect in 2025, <strong>demand for live, in-person trainings is expected to surge.</strong> Make sure you’re ahead of the game by registering for upcoming Core Wellness workshops today.</p><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://corewellceu.com/live-courses/search/in-person">View All In-Person Play Therapy Trainings from Core Wellness Play Therapy Division</a></p></div>
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